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The Day the Fashion World Changed — Remembering Rana Plaza 11 Years Later
The collapse eleven years ago of Rana Plaza, a garment factory in Bangladesh, used by numerous European and American fashion brands, was a wake-up call for the fashion industry. We reflect on what happened and how the consequences have reverberated throughout the industry since then.
Trying out Veganuary? Here’s Everything to Know about Plant-based Leather!
Veganuary got us thinking on how we can avoid animal products in our wardrobes. There is the constant debate in sustainable fashion on vegan leather versus animal leather and which of them is more sustainable. We tell you everything we found out and introduce 11 plant-based leather options.
It’s a Wrap! 5 Easy Ideas for Sustainable Gift Wrapping
Our sustainable gift wrapping guide is not only thoughtful for the planet but will delight family and friends! We have curated a wonderful range of techniques and brands to help you wrap your gifts this holiday season.
Quiet Luxury — A Sustainable Guide on this Effortless Aesthetic
Quiet luxury is so much more than just a trend. It focuses on curating timeless, high-quality pieces for a sophisticated capsule wardrobe. We list some of our favourite quiet luxury garments from sustainable brands we adore!
How to Choose your Dream Wedding Dress — Sustainable Edition
This wedding dress guide is from one bride to another. Our-co founder Sarah Marie Day talks about her personal experience on finding her sustainable wedding dress and shares her top five tips with you to find yours!
Fossils Fuel Fashion — Why We Have to Stop Wearing Oil
Currently there are enough clothes on the planet for the next 6 generations, and 70% of them are made from polyester, rayon and co. The Fossil Fuel Fashion campaign was introduced by Eco Age founder Livia Firth and Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Vanessa Nakate among other sustainable fashion activists to highlight the deep rooted relationship between the oil and fashion industry.
Five Ways to Take Part in Secondhand September
You might have come across the Secondhand September hashtag on Instagram this month. The campaign puts preloved fashion in the spotlight and participants pledge not to buy any newly produced clothes for 30 days. Check out five ways to get involved!
Stella McCartney Introduces the First Biodegradable Sequins
Thanks to Stella McCartney and Radiant Matter’s material innovation, sequins can soon become a part of sustainable wardrobes! The two companies introduced the first jumpsuit made out of BioSequins this week - a milestone for the sustainable fashion movement.
7 Sustainable Fashion Documentaries to Add to your Watchlist
Whether you’re having a movie night and need some inspiration or you want to know more about sustainable fashion, take a look at our favourite seven slow fashion documentaries - you’re guaranteed for a good night in.
9 Amazing Apps to Give your Clothes a Second Life
Clothes gathering dust in your wardrobe? Fret no more! Why not sell them online, there are many apps that are great for selling (and buying) preloved clothing. We’ve composed a list of different apps with a variety of prices and brands.
5 Tips to Spot Greenwashing
We made a guide for you with the five questions we use ourselves to spot greenwashing. Become an expert at how to tell if a brand is in fact sustainable.
What is Sustainable Fashion? An Explanation and 10 Ways You Can Get Involved!
Sustainability is fashion’s favourite buzzword, you see it all over the place, in adverts, in stores or on social media, it’s ubiquitous. But what does it mean? Here’s everything you need to know.
7 Ways to Get Rid of Your Old Clothes
If you’re having a wardrobe refresh, moving towards a minimalist closet or just want to get rid of that pair of ripped jeans, let us tell you about some alternatives to chucking garments in the bin.
Good On You - The Brilliant Sustainable Fashion Rating App
Need help to spot greenwashing? Try the Good On You app to make the first step towards a more conscious wardrobe.
Fashion for Good – The World’s First Sustainable Fashion Museum
We are meeting Anne-Ro Klevant Groen from the Fashion for Good museum to talk about innovations, young designers, their exhibitions and all things sustainable fashion.
Steamery - Changing the way we care for our clothes
Steamery is striding forward in the slow fashion movement, giving us the tools to take care of our clothes.
Fashionopolis Book Review- Dana Thomas’ toolbox for mindful consumers
Dana Thomas’ brilliant book celebrates the changemakers in the slow fashion movement. A great toolbox on how to dress with intention!
The A-Z of sustainable fashion
If you think ‘greenwashing’ is an eco-friendly cycle on your washing machine, this article is definitely for you! A straightforward guide explaining the language of sustainable fashion.
Alina Ifraimova – The Flower Girl
Alina talks with us about working for an Haute Couture brand in New York City, where she makes fabric flowers for evening gowns.
Myth vs reality: Sustainable fashion - boring or brilliant?
A thorough debunk of the stereotypes and misconceptions that surround sustainability. Sustainable fashion is boring? Couldn’t be further from the truth.